CRAS graduates don't just wait around wishing to be heard. They know how to take their creative voice and produce it, engineer it, manipulate and broadcast it to the world.
Got something you want to say? [BE]CRAS!

CRAS grads have worked on projects in all facets of the audio industry, and they've been awarded Gold & Platinum certifications, Oscars, Grammys, Tonys, AMAs, CMAs, and EMMYs for their work. Looking to start your own trophy wall? [BE]CRAS

CRAS graduates follow their dreams. They work at what they love and they don't follow the crowd. If you're looking for a path that speaks to your passion for sound and creativity, then a CRAS education may be for you. Want to be somebody? [BE]CRAS!

Premier Audio Engineering Schools & Music Production Schools

Welcome to CRAS, the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences. We are the Premier audio recording, sound engineering, and music production school. Our Audio Engineering Schools and Music Production Schools are one of the top rated programs in the US.

The majority of the CRAS curriculum is dedicated to music and audio production. Students are also trained in practical and important aspects of broadcast, video game, film, television, and other audio media.

CRAS is a unique and potent combination of great facilities, technology and faculty. At CRAS we teach the skills and concepts you need, so you’ll be ready to start your career the day you graduate. All enrolled students receive the Laptop Recording Package, 24/7 access to school facilities, and a lot more!

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Included in the cost of tuition, every CRAS student receives his or her own Laptop Recording Package, providing pro-level multi-track recording, anywhere, anytime.

LAPTOP RECORDING PACKAGE

The centerpiece of the Laptop Recording Package is a MacBook Pro 13”. In conjunction with our school intranet, CRAS Connect, it assures that our curriculum is up to date and standardized, giving everyone at CRAS the best possible learning environment.

INCLUDED IN COST OF TUITION

Every CRAS student receives the “Laptop Recording Package” at the beginning of the course term. Classroom materials are all electronic, which makes them more easily updated than standard textbooks to reflect advancements.

24/7 ACCESS TO CLASS MATERIALS

The Laptop Recording Package is capable of pro-level multi-track recording, anywhere, anytime. This allows students to work on projects at home and after hours on campus.

"I think CRAS is top notch and I see the difference in caliber of students not just on technical side but professional!"

- Destiny Ràel (Studio Manager, Firehouse Recording Studios)

“I have taken on lots of interns from CRAS. I think they give the best education of any of the schools I have worked with. CRAS sends people that are ready to work and know the gear. They are good students and good people.”

- Jim Kaufman (Owner, American Voodoo Records; Musician)

“I have been taking CRAS interns since 2003, back when I was working on Pirates of the Caribbean. They are dedicated and get the job done. They are really into learning and working at the highest level of audio production.”

- Allison Clark (Music Supervisor/Production, Seven Pin Studios)

“The only interns we take are from CRAS. The program is intensive, the students have Pro Tools skills, and they rise to the occasion when given the opportunity.”

- Kathleen Wirt (Owner, 4th Street Recording)

“Our CRAS interns have been terrific. We have had over 15 in the past 2 years and we are excited to have them. We have also hired 10 - 12 CRAS graduates who have futures in this business and are very talented. My CRAS graduate employees are very key individuals in this company.”

- Ruben Veloso (President, CCI Digital)

“Omnisound Studios has benefited from CRAS students for many years now. The level of preparedness and knowledge that these student interns arrive with makes it an easy transition to getting them not only involved but plugged into the recording process here in Nashville.”

- Chris Holloway (OmniSound Studios, Nashville)

"I've been working at Chalice Recording Studio for over 10 years. From my experience, some of the best interns that were referred to us came from CRAS. They are motivated, hardworking and well informed about the real world of the recording industry. The intern coordinators are friendly and extremely helpful as well."

- Valerie Pilinsky (Chalice Studios, Los Angeles)

"As an owner of a busy studio in Chicago I have reached out to various recording schools offering a chance for their students to intern, assist and hopefully engineer at our facility. CRAS students have always been tops on my list. They are prepared and knowledgeable and fit into our pace of everyday recording. This is important as we don't have time or energy to retrain students for the real world of studio recording."

- Rick Barnes (RAX Trax)

"CRAS has always been one of the best schools to work with when recruiting interns. Not only is their staff of counselors and advisers friendly, but they are always following up and on their game! Westlake appreciates how easy they make it to recruit interns, as much as we appreciate the quality of interns that they refer."

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Manufacturers realize the importance of making the connection with up-and-coming audio pros, and many have allied themselves with CRAS.

McDSP

"McDSP is pleased to be a part of the offerings at the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences."

Holophone

“CRAS has a reputation for providing its students with real-world skills using the latest in recording technologies. Holophone is proud to be a part of that. Surround sound is quickly making its way into every part of the audio industry and we look forward to a partnership which helps make that transition an easy one.”

Audio-Technica

“We’re pleased that A-T mics play a role in the education/career development of the next generation of audio professionals.”

Alesis

“Alesis is very happy to be part of the curriculum at CRAS. Thank you for letting us be a part of the growth of such a large and promising group of up-and-coming audio professionals.”

Rational Acoustics

“CRAS gives students a unique experience emphasizing practical and hands-on learning that teaches students to both listen and think critically about audio and production.”

Manley Laboratories

“What you teach, that learning how to use quality tube gear, real consoles and beautiful tape machines to produce records, is more important every day.”

Fender

“CRAS is equipping students to perform in the audio industry with the highest degree of professionalism, confidence, and success attainable. Keep up the great work!”

Sennheiser

“Sennheiser is proud to be associated with CRAS. Your dedication to the education and development of our future audio professionals is valuable not only to your students, but our entire industry. We look forward to a long-standing partnership and welcome new students to a life changing opportunity at CRAS.”

Avid

“We are glad to have CRAS as part of our educational alliance team. On behalf of everyone at Avid, I want to congratulate CRAS and acknowledge your long- term dedication to educating students on the Pro Tools platform.”

MK Sound

“M&K is proud to be featured in your surround classroom, Studio D. Having your students exposed to high end gear such as M&K better prepares them for employment once they graduate, I’m look forward to continuing our relationship.”

Blue Microphones

“Blue is thrilled to be a part of the unique hands-on studio experience the CRAS program provides. Because of how they’ve benefited from smaller class sizes and individual attention from incredible instructors, when hiring, we’ve consistently seen that CRAS alumni are leaps and bounds above other candidates.”

Soundcraft

“It means so much to me that this site (Studer Vista Academy www.cras-vista.com) has helped students advance and have a unique experience. It’s exciting to know that the next generation of engineers have you as their mentor. As a brand, we’re extremely proud of our partnership with CRAS.”

Bosch

“RTS Intercoms is extremely impressed by what the Conservatory of Recording Arts has achieved and is geared up to achieve in the future. The investments done throughout the educational facilities are nothing short of astounding. CRAS’s investments in the latest and greatest technologies are sure to deliver a very real-world experience for their students. We are more than delighted to consider ourselves a partner with CRAS and are looking forward to help educate the future broadcasters of America.”

Audiokinetic

“Education has always held an important place in the Audiokinetic mission. So we are very proud of our association with CRAS, which has consistently demonstrated leadership and outstanding professionalism. We want to thank CRAS for its ongoing efforts to develop the next generation of game audio professionals who will use Wwise in their future projects.”

Harman

“We are very excited to be a part of the wonderful work being done at CRAS.”

Auralex

"I have had the opportunity to lecture at CRAS a number of times and never cease to be impressed by both the staff and students. It's a highly technical environment and the facilities are chock full of wonderful, state-of-the-art gear, sure, but the thing that impresses me most is the "family" feel among the staff and students and the level of technical chops and professionalism among the staff. In my book, the über-experienced CRAS staff members are rockstars in the tech-ed world and do a wonderful job of preparing students for their ultimate careers. Be it worship sound, concerts, recording, broadcast, education, film sound, game sound or any other aspect of professional audio and production, the field is wide open to those who possess a solid work ethic, act with integrity, are problem-solvers and put their employers' needs above their own. Clearly it takes more than technical prowess to rise to the top, but I am confident that if students will keep their eyes & ears open, apply themselves and take advantage of all the opportunities CRAS presents, CRAS can help students craft the solid foundation on which to build successful careers. I wholeheartedly recommend CRAS."

Slate Digital

“In the ever-growing competitiveness of the audio and production industries, CRAS stands out as an example of the kind of institution the SLATE companies prefer to be associated with. As evidenced by the caliber of graduates in the field, the faculty at CRAS do a wonderful job of honoring and enlisting the technology of the past in order to inform students of the techniques and tools of the present.”

Telefunken

“CRAS has been an excellent partner with Telefunken Elektroakustik in building aspiring young engineers. By providing the kinds of tools and experience that allow their students to be confident and succeed in the real world, CRAS sets the standard for those that want to excel in todays industry.”

Mojave Audio

"Every time I visit CRAS, I’m completely blown away by the high level of engagement shown by the students and the enthusiasm and professionalism of the faculty. It reminds me why I got into this industry in the first place."

Izotope

"It's exciting to partner with an educator like CRAS. We see how important it is to connect creative audio and video students with the same products used to create the world's biggest productions. We at iZotope are thrilled to work with a forward thinking educator like CRAS and look to enable creatives at the intersection of art and education."

SSL

“We are extremely impressed with the quality of the graduates coming out of CRAS. Their strengths in critical knowledge areas such as signal flow and problem solving really makes a difference in the real world. Even when faced with learning a new console, such as the two AWS948s that the Conservatory installed recently, the students were not intimidated. They went back to their basics, and figured it out. We are extremely happy to have a relationship with the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences, and look forward to being a partner in helping to enable the next generation of engineers.”

AEA Audio

"An excellent introduction to a wide variety of audio careers in a comprehensive and succinct program."